Flood Information
Flood is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Secondary and off-label uses of Flood have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Flood depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Flood side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Flood go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Flood's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Flood has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flood related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Flood are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Flood may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Flood, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Flood Benefits & Uses
Flood is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Panic Attack and Disorder
- Stress (Read More - Home Remedies for Stress)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Mania
- PMS
- Binge Eating Disorder
Flood Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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Flood Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flood is used -
Moderate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Colitis
- Akathisia
Mild
Flood Related Warnings
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Is the use of Flood safe for pregnant women?
Flood can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Flood right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Flood safe during breastfeeding?
Flood should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Flood on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Flood on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Flood on the Liver?
Side effects of Flood rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Flood on the Heart?
Flood has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Flood with Other Drugs
Flood should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Flood Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flood unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Suicidal Tendency
- Bipolar Disorder
- Liver Disease
- Heart Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
- Diabetes
Frequently asked Questions about Flood
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Is this Flood habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Flood is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Flood can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Flood only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Flood works for mental disorders.
Yes
Flood Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Flood
Taking Flood with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Flood
Consumption of alcohol and Flood together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prozac (fluoxetine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 458,461
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 588-591
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prozac (fluoxetine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 458,461
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 588-591
